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Daikokuya

327 E 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Ramen, Japanese
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Master Critic Reviews (3 Lists)

Daikokuya 8.7
Little Tokyo
Vibes: Comfort Food Classics Late Night Legends Trendy Table Hotspots Group Dining Gatherings
Little Tokyo’s ramen institution known for a rich, pork-forward tonkotsu and steady execution despite the constant line. The cramped, high-energy room moves fast and feels like a neighborhood rite of passage.
Must-Try Dishes: Daikokuya Ramen, Spicy Miso Ramen, Pan-Fried Gyoza
Scores:
Value: 8.2 Service: 7.7 Consistency: 9.1 Food Quality: 8.8 Atmosphere: 7.1 Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: A decades-running tonkotsu benchmark with massive, proven consistency.
Who should go: Ramen lovers who don’t mind a wait.
When to visit: Weekdays before noon to dodge lines.
What to order: Daikokuya ramen, spicy miso ramen, gyoza.
Insider tip: Add a soft-boiled egg early—sold out nights happen.
Daikokuya 8.8
Little Tokyo
Vibes: Trendy Table Hotspots Late Night Legends Solo Dining Sanctuaries Comfort Food Classics
A Little Tokyo institution known for a deeply savory tonkotsu broth that’s rich without going muddy, plus plush noodles that hold their bite. The signature Daikoku Ramen delivers classic pork-forward comfort, and the kitchen keeps pace even in constant lines. Expect a lively, tightly packed room and a reliably excellent bowl every visit.
Must-Try Dishes: Daikoku Ramen, Spicy Miso Ramen, Chashu Pork Bowl
Scores:
Value: 8 Service: 8.1 Consistency: 9.2 Food Quality: 9.1 Atmosphere: 7.3 Cultural Relevance: 9
What makes it special: Massive multi-platform popularity backed by a signature tonkotsu bowl that defines Little Tokyo ramen.
Who should go: First-timers and ramen purists chasing a classic LA bowl.
When to visit: Weekdays before noon to dodge the longest waits.
What to order: Daikoku Ramen, spicy miso, chashu pork bowl.
Insider tip: Add a marinated egg and extra garlic for peak depth.
Daikokuya 8.6
Little Tokyo
Vibes: Late Night Legends Solo Dining Sanctuaries Trendy Table Hotspots
Daikokuya is Little Tokyo’s go-to bowl for rich, porky tonkotsu and springy noodles in a compact, high-energy room. Late-night regulars come for the deep broth, crisp gyoza, and the reliable punch of garlic and sesame that defines the house style.
Must-Try Dishes: Daikokuya Tonkotsu Ramen, Spicy Miso Ramen, Pan-Fried Gyoza
Scores:
Value: 8 Service: 7.8 Consistency: 9 Food Quality: 8.8 Atmosphere: 7.4 Cultural Relevance: 8.5
What makes it special: A benchmark tonkotsu bowl that stays steady year after year.
Who should go: Ramen fans, night owls, Little Tokyo wanderers.
When to visit: Weekend nights when the ramen run hits.
What to order: Tonkotsu ramen, spicy miso, gyoza.
Insider tip: If the ramen line is long, snag gyoza and a beer while you wait.